Why this home stands out
What sets 5309 Balfor Drive apart is the combination of generous square footage — 2,400 feet across four bedrooms — and a location that genuinely delivers on convenience. Two Food Lion locations sit within half a mile, Fairfield Park is a two-minute walk away, and both the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake and USCG Base Portsmouth are reachable in roughly a quarter-hour. For a 1974 build, the footprint is surprisingly roomy.
FAIRFIELD and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Balfor Drive sits in a well-established residential pocket of Virginia Beach, a city that rewards people who want suburban calm without sacrificing access to everyday life. The surrounding streets are lined with mature trees and single-family homes from the same mid-1970s era, giving the area a cohesive, settled character that newer subdivisions rarely match. Neighbors tend to stay put, and that stability shows in how the streets feel — quiet on weekdays, active on weekends. Fairfield Park is literally steps from the front door, and Fairfield Forest adds another green escape just down the road. For anyone curious about what daily life looks like year-round, virginia beach in december is genuinely mild compared to most of the country — winters here are short and rarely severe, which means the parks and outdoor spaces stay usable well past the point where northern cities have packed it in. Virginia Beach sits in the independent-city structure of Virginia, so city services, utilities, and jurisdiction all run through the city itself rather than a surrounding county.
What's nearby
Everyday errands barely require a car. Two separate Food Lion grocery stores are within 0.6 miles, and a Dollar General rounds out the quick-stop options. Coffee is covered by Dunkin' and Starbucks Coffee Company, both within half a mile, with McDonald's also nearby. When you want a proper dinner, Ynot Italian is just 0.5 miles away, and Five Guys is right alongside it for something more casual. Fairfield Park at 0.1 miles is the standout for outdoor time, with Carolanne Park and Fairfield Forest adding variety a little farther out. Fitness options include Burn Boot Camp, ShapeShifters Yoga & Wellness, and Team Aguirre Martial Arts — all within 0.7 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Coast Guard families will find the commute math genuinely favorable here. USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 11 minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly 13 — both without needing to navigate major highway interchanges. Four bedrooms give you room to spread out, and the VA loan program makes a home at this size and vintage very approachable for eligible service members and their families.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 2,400 square feet give a growing family real room to breathe — dedicated spaces for kids, guests, a home office, or all three. The neighborhood itself is the kind of place where kids can walk to Fairfield Park on their own, groceries are never more than a short drive, and the settled, tree-lined streets feel like the upgrade from a starter home that actually sticks. Virginia beach in november through the holiday season stays comfortable enough to keep enjoying the outdoors, which is a genuine lifestyle bonus.
More buyer questions
How far is 5309 Balfor Drive from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive runs about 11 minutes under normal traffic conditions. It's one of the more convenient Coast Guard commutes in the Virginia Beach area.
Is 5309 Balfor Drive part of an HOA?
The property does not appear to be governed by a mandatory HOA, though buyers should verify current community conditions during due diligence.
What is the flood risk at 5309 Balfor Drive?
Flood zone designation varies and should be confirmed through FEMA maps and a licensed insurance agent — the property's dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page provides current zone information.
How walkable is the Balfor Drive area of Virginia Beach?
Very walkable for a suburban neighborhood — Fairfield Park is 0.1 miles away, two grocery stores are within 0.6 miles, and multiple restaurants and coffee shops are under half a mile. You can handle a lot of daily life on foot or by bike.
What are the nearest parks to 5309 Balfor Drive?
Fairfield Park is the closest at just 0.1 miles, making it an easy walk. Fairfield Forest and Carolanne Park are both within half a mile and offer additional green space options.
Want to see 5309 Balfor Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's set something up.
